Terminals - PC Pin Receptacles, Socket Connectors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
6628-0-18-80-18-80-10-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT	0
0253-0-15-01-30-27-10-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT .015-.025 PRESSFIT	45
0489-0-15-15-11-27-04-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT .015-.020 PRESSFIT	12644
0252-0-15-01-30-27-10-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT .015-.025 HEX	9478
3808-0-15-15-02-27-10-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT .040-.050 KNURL	867
6628-0-18-01-18-27-10-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT .037-.043 SMD	2863
0462-0-15-15-11-27-04-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT .015-.020 PRESSFIT	1251
8331-0-15-80-18-27-10-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT	1080
6453-0-15-15-30-27-10-0 Mill-Max	PRESS-FIT RECEPTACLE FOR NON PLA	2000
3044-0-15-80-23-80-04-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT	1968
0660-0-15-15-30-27-10-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT .015-.025 SOLDER	13426
0461-2-15-15-21-27-04-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT .015-.022 SOLDER	13244
0312-0-15-80-34-80-10-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT .032-.046 SOLDER	2384
8837-0-15-01-14-27-10-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT .065-.082 SOLDER	1616
0340-0-15-15-34-27-10-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT .032-.046 SOLDER	820
5834-0-15-15-23-27-10-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT .045-.065 PRESSFIT	0
1134-0-18-15-47-27-10-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT .025-.037 PRESSFIT	14473
5448-0-33-15-16-27-10-0 Mill-Max	WIRE TERMINATION RECEPTACLE - CR	998
8579-0-15-15-11-27-10-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT .015-.020 SOLDER	72161
0492-0-15-15-13-27-04-0 Mill-Max	CONN PIN RCPT .048-.064 PRESSFIT	7751

Terminals - PC Pin Receptacles, Socket Connectors

1. Overview

PC Pin Receptacles and Socket Connectors are fundamental components in electronic systems, providing secure electrical connections between printed circuit boards (PCBs) and other devices. These connectors enable modular design, ease of maintenance, and reliable signal/power transmission. Their importance spans across computing, telecommunications, industrial automation, and consumer electronics sectors.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Right-Angle Pin Receptacles	90 orientation for space optimization	Desktop motherboard peripheral connections
Through-Hole Socket Connectors	High mechanical stability with PCB via mounting	Industrial control panel interfaces
High-Density Array Connectors	Miniaturized contacts for compact designs	Smartphone board-to-board connections
Power Pin Receptacles	Heavy-duty contacts for high-current applications	Server power distribution units

3. Structure and Components

Typical construction includes:

Insulating housing (LCP/PBT thermoplastic materials)
Contact springs (phosphor bronze with gold plating)
Polarization keying features
PCB mounting retention mechanisms
EMI shielding layers (for high-frequency variants)

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value Range	Importance
Current Rating	1-5A per contact	Determines power handling capacity
Contact Resistance	5-20m	Impacts signal integrity
Dielectric Withstanding Voltage	500V-1kV	Safety isolation requirement
Mating Cycles	500-10,000 cycles	Service life indicator
Operating Temperature	-55 C to +125 C	Environmental reliability

5. Application Fields

Primary industries:

Computer hardware (motherboards, GPUs)
Telecom infrastructure (5G base stations)
Automotive electronics (ECUs, sensors)
Medical devices (diagnostic equipment)
Aerospace systems (avionics modules)

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
TE Connectivity	MICRO MATCH Series	0.8mm contact spacing, 3A rating
Amphenol ICC	SmartArray High-Speed Socket	10Gbps data rate capability
Molex	PicoBlade Connector System	Space-saving 1.25mm pitch design
Samtec	SEARAY High-Density Array	Up to 4,000+ contact positions

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

Electrical requirements (current/voltage needs)
Environmental conditions (temperature/humidity range)
Space constraints (board layout limitations)
Service life expectations (maintenance frequency)
Compliance standards (RoHS, REACH, IPC-6012)

8. Industry Trends Analysis

Emerging developments include:

Miniaturization (sub-0.5mm contact pitch research)
High-speed signal optimization (5G/6G compatibility)
Integrated EMI shielding solutions
Advanced plating materials (nanocoatings for corrosion resistance)
Smart connector integration (embedded sensors for predictive maintenance)